Isotretinoin Accutane Accutane (isotretinoin) Accutane (isotretinoin) is a powerful medication that is approved for people with severe acne that is non-responsive to other treatments. It is the most effective... December 21,2018

Isotretinoin Accutane Accutane (isotretinoin) in Pregnancy Women who are pregnant or have a chance of becoming pregnant should NEVER take isotretinoin (Accutane). It is the most dangerous medication on the market when it comes to birth defects, and is well know to cause severe birth defects and fetal death. August 30,2018

Isotretinoin Accutane How Dangerous Is Accutane (Isotretinoin) During Breastfeeding? Accutane (isotretinoin) is NOT SAFE for breastfeeding infants. Its chemical qualities make it likely that it will transfer into breast milk. Because isotretinoin is well known to cause severe birth defects when taken by pregnant women, it is important to also avoid it during breastfeeding. August 30,2018

Isotretinoin Accutane Is Isotretinoin (Accutane) Overprescribed? Isotretinoin, which many people know as the brand name Accutane, is FDA approved for only severe cases of acne that do not respond to other treatments. But it is overprescribed for less severe cases of acne. This is potentially dangerous since it comes with severe side effects. September 15,2018

Isotretinoin Accutane What Is the Actual Relapse Rate of Accutane (isotretinoin)? While many people think of isotretinoin as a permanent solution to acne, in fact, 14.6 to 52% of people see their acne return after isotretinoin... October 25,2018

Isotretinoin Accutane Does Taking Oral Isotretinoin Cause the Skin to Age Faster in the Long Term? Because isotretinoin (Accutane®) can cause the skin to become more dry in the long term, many people wonder if it might make the skin age more quickly. Long-term follow-up studies of people who have taken isotretinoin do not look at skin aging, so this question remains unanswered. September 15,2018

Isotretinoin Accutane The Top 12 Most Common Side Effects of Isotretinoin (Accutane) (1) Dry Lips - 100%, (2) Dry Nose - 66%, (3) Dry Skin - 50%, (4) Dry Eyes - 40%, (5) Acne Worsening - 35%, (6) Joint/Back/Muscle Pain - 26-29%, (7) Chronic Fatigue - 25%, (8) Headaches - 10-12%, (9) Hair Loss - 9%, (10) Photosensitivity - 5-12%, (11) Vision Changes - 5-10%, (12) Chest Pain - 5%. October 10,2018